On a September night, Jorge G. Estrada Martinez stood on the shoulder of Interstate 82 when a Honda Pilot suddenly veered toward him, striking and killing the 29-year-old Sunnyside man.The crash happened at about 10:25 p.m. near Exit 69, when 31-year-old driver Felix Angiano entered the highway from the on-ramp and drifted onto the shoulder.

On a September night, Jorge G. Estrada Martinez stood on the shoulder of Interstate 82 when a Honda Pilot suddenly veered toward him, striking and killing the 29-year-old Sunnyside man.The crash happened at about 10:25 p.m. near Exit 69, when 31-year-old driver Felix Angiano entered the highway from the on-ramp and drifted onto the shoulder.

Authorities confirmed that despite the swift arrival of emergency responders, **Martinez** did not survive a devastating crash late Saturday night. Troopers reported that his injuries were so severe that he was pronounced dead at the scene, despite extensive efforts to save him. The driver, identified as **Angiano**, escaped the wreck without injury. He remained at the crash site and is cooperating fully with investigators.Preliminary findings indicate that impairment may have played a role in the collision.

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Toxicology tests have been ordered, and authorities say the results could determine whether criminal charges are filed. In addition, investigators are reviewing a range of other possible factors, including the condition of the roadway, lighting in the area, and weather speed contributed to the fatal outcome. A full reconstruction of the crash is underway to provide a clearer picture of how events unfolded in the moments leading up to impact.

The tragedy has shaken the **Sunnyside community**, where Martinez was remembered as a caring, hardworking man who left a lasting impression on those around him. Friends and neighbors have expressed deep sorrow, describing his death as an irreplaceable loss for both his family and the broader community.In the wake of the accident, law enforcement officials renewed calls for drivers to exercise caution and avoid any behavior that could impair judgment behind the wheel. “

Every decision on the road carries consequences,” one state trooper noted, emphasizing that impaired driving remains one of the leading causes of preventable deaths.As loved ones mourn and await answers from the ongoing investigation, heartfelt condolences continue to pour in. Martinez’s sudden passing serves as a somber reminder of how quickly life can be cut short, leaving family and friends to carry the weight of an unimaginable loss.

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